If you’re looking for the moment when a holiday quietly turns into something memorable, our day at the renowned championship Avalon Golf Estate in Mauritius was exactly that.
Mauritius has now earned its reputation as a go-to destination for golf lovers, with an impressive collection of world-class courses spread across the island. Even in such impressive company, Avalon Golf Estate can count itself as one firmly ‘up there’. From the first tee to the final putt, this course delivered an experience that felt thoughtful, polished, and genuinely special.
We opted for the full 18-holes, as it was extremely hot, thank goodness for the buggy, which turned out to be the perfect choice, enough to fully appreciate the course while still leaving us energised rather than exhausted. Avalon Golf Estate is hilly, challenging, and beautifully designed, demanding just the right balance. It’s simply great golf, executed at a very high level.
The scenery deserves its own paragraph. Set inland, surrounded by rolling hills and lush greenery, Avalon Golf Estate offers a completely different experience from the coastal courses Mauritius is famous for. The views are wide open, yet calming, with immaculate fairways cutting through the landscape. It’s the kind of place where you catch yourself pausing mid-round, not to look for your ball, but just to take it all in. We found ourselves just taking it all in. We never want to forget how spectacular this course is.
I was playing alongside my dad, I am the sports editor for Luxuria Lifestyle International, and it’s fair to say I’m not easily impressed! Yet hole after hole, Avalon Golf Estate won me over. The layout is challenging but fair, rewarding smart play, and offering plenty of variety to keep all level of golfers engaged. By the end of the 18-hole round, we were already discussing which holes we’d most like to play again. Safe to say, we’d do it all over again!
A special mention has to go to the golf buggies, which were genuinely luxurious. On a hilly course like Avalon Golf Estate, a comfortable buggy makes all the difference, and these were top-tier, smooth, spacious, and perfect for cruising between holes, essential when playing in the warm summer Mauritian days.
After golf, we headed to lunch in the aptly named Magic Spoon, and once again, Avalon Golf Estate delivered. The food was delicious, relaxed, and exactly what you want after a morning on the course. Good ingredients, well prepared, and served overlooking the course, ensuring we don’t forget that wonderful experience.
And that word, hospitality, really sums up Avalon Golf Estate. From arrival to departure, the staff were warm, attentive, and genuinely welcoming. There’s a difference between professional service and heartfelt hospitality, and Avalon Golf Estate clearly understands it.
To round off the day, we indulged in a massage at Avalon Golf Estate’s partner wellness spa, The Bodhi Meditation Retreat, which was the perfect end to an already outstanding experience. After navigating those rolling fairways, the spa was pure bliss and beautifully run. It felt like Avalon Golf Estate had thought of everything, from tee time to total relaxation.
With so many outstanding golf courses on Mauritius, it takes something truly special to stand out. Avalon Golf Estate manages it effortlessly. Second to none in design, setting, and service, it’s a destination where golf, nature, and hospitality come together in perfect unison.
Whether you’re a serious golfer, a travelling sports journalist, or simply someone who loves discovering new places, Avalon Golf Estate is a ‘must-visit’. For us, it wasn’t just a great round of golf; it was a perfect day, start to finish.
For further information or to arrange a visit, email Ben Hiddlestone, General Manager, Avalon Golf Estate.
Photo credited to Jacob Sjöman
Written by Joshua Aaron for Luxuria Lifestyle International